Human Resources Generalist - Payroll/Recruitment (Full Time)

These competencies define common measures for performance that are applied to every role in the organization.

Commitment to Indigenous and Organizational Values: Everything we do at SIHB is centered on Traditional Indian Medicine. We all strive to deliver the highest quality work and care, while respecting our teammates and relatives.
We collaborate with our colleagues across the organization to deliver the highest quality of care and results in alignment with our mission, vision, values, and Theory of Change.
Communication: We practice effective and clear communication with staff, relatives, teams and community. Customer Service Orientation: All employees of SIHB recognize the needs of the diverse community we serve. We put the needs of our relatives first by delivering the highest quality, professional, responsive, and innovative care. The HR Generalist is responsible for supporting the HR Director and Chief People Officer in the day-to-day tactical execution of HR duties for the Seattle Indian Health Board. The HR Generalist develops relationships across the organization to deliver value-added services to managers and employees, advising them on various HR policies and issues.
The HR Generalist position can be quite complex. This person should have a solid understanding of complex HR laws and regulations and be able to apply them consistently and fairly. This person must have a calm and professional demeanor and must treat all HR information with the highest level of confidentiality.

The HR Generalist is crucial to Seattle Indian Health Board in many ways. This person is often the face of HR to the organization and is instrumental in carrying out our vision.

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

The HR Generalist reports to the HR Director. Hold Indigenous values and practices with respect and integrity. Hold yourself accountable to the highest standard by being resourceful, innovative, creative and solutions-oriented. At SIHB, we refer to our customers as Relatives. We serve the needs of our Relatives first by delivering the highest quality, professional, responsive and innovative care. Recruitment & Onboarding Supports organizational recruitment efforts by posting job openings across platforms (UKG Ready, Indeed, Indian Health Service, etc.). Administers new hire processes, including preparation and sending of offer letters, completion of onboarding documentation, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and procedures. Coordinates onboarding for all new hires - both full-time and temporary employees - ensuring a smooth, welcoming, and compliant employee experience. Maintains and updates onboarding checklists, orientation materials, and new hire documentation to reflect current policies and procedures. Employee Relations Partners with HR Program Director and Chief People Officer to support and implement HR program initiatives across the agency. Provides day-to-day guidance and support to supervisors and managers on employee relations matters, including performance management (PIPs, Disciplinary Warnings, etc.), conflict resolution, and interpretation of HR policies and procedures. Addresses employee relation issues in a timely and professional manner, escalating complex or high-risk situations to the HR Director and Chief People Officer as appropriate. Supports the development, implementation, and communication of HR policies and procedures, ensuring managers and staff are informed of updates and changes. Assists in workplace investigations, including gathering information, interviewing relevant parties, documenting findings, and supporting recommended corrective actions. Assists in workplace investigations, including gathering information, interviewing relevant parties, documenting findings, and supporting recommended corrective actions. Administers all leaves of absence in accordance with FMLA, ADA/ADAAA, USERRA, Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML), and organizational policy. Facilitates the interactive process for reasonable accommodation requests, collaborating with employees, supervisors, and HR Director. Maintains accurate, confidential leave and accommodation records in compliance with HIPAA and applicable recordkeeping requirements. HRIS & Records Management Processes all employee data and personnel changes in UKG Ready, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. Maintains personnel files per records retention policy, ensuring proper separation of medical, I-9, and personnel records. Conducts regular audits to identify and correct data discrepancies across HR systems Generates standard and custom reports to support HR analytics, compliance reporting, and leadership requests. Coordinates with Payroll to resolve data discrepancies and ensure accurate processing. Coordinates with benefit carriers and the HR Director on plan administration and vendor issues as needed. Administers the provider privileging and credentialing process, maintaining accurate and compliant records in collaboration with the HR Director. 2-3 years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in a generalist capacity.

• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, HIPAA, OSHA, Washington PFML).
• Experience administering leaves of absence, reasonable accommodations, and employee relations matters required.
• Experience with HRIS systems, preferably UKG Ready.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity, professionalism, and discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

Experience working in a Healthcare HR department. Previous experience with Credentialing, UKG, and SharePoint a plus. Experience working with the unique social issues facing American Indians/Alaska Natives (AI/AN) and the desire to promote the delivery of appropriate health services to this population.

Office hours are 8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday, with occasional extra hours for events.